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, Tribal Council Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy praised Reibach for being a good negotiator who has saved the Tribe money on purchasing many of the properties included in his report. In other action, Hernandez announced that the second Community Input meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 18, via Zoom. The annual meetings solicit input from the Tribal membership regarding possible advisory vote topics to be placed on the September Tribal Council ballot. The next General Council meeting …

on Wednesday, Nov. 9, during the Haaland v. Brackeen case, a lawsuit brought by Texas (and previously Indiana and Louisiana) and several individual plaintiffs who say the ICWA is unconstitutional and racist. The government lawyers say it is not based on a racial classification, but a political relationship that is written into the Constitution. The Supreme Court generally issues its rulings on cases in May and June, according to supremecourt.gov. “ICWA is a good law and it is not race-based …

that education has always been a priority for the Tribe. “This was a good report and had a lot of important information,” she said. “Education is a principle that the Tribe has always embraced.” In other action, it was announced that the next General Council meeting will be in a hybrid format at 11 a.m. Sunday, April 2, at the Lane Community College Longhouse, 4000 E. 30th Ave., Eugene, with a presentation about fentanyl awareness and education. Door prize winners were Lee Huffman, Angie …

are looking out for us is good,” she said. ‘They know how things are potentially changing but building on those existing relationships is key…There is a responsibility to carry on the (government’s) trust responsibility (to Tribes).” Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

) an independent Ethics Commission that can help us uphold good process and accountability. When Tribal members raise concerns, this would provide an independent commission that could investigate the request and determine appropriate steps.” Tribal Council incumbent Denise Harvey was not reelected. She came in at 523 votes, slightly more than 14%. “It's been an honor to serve as a Tribal leader for the Tribe, community and nationally,” she said. “I truly appreciate all the years of support from …

added. The stage featured a black-and-white portrait of Harrison, her regalia, a blanket presented to her by the Corvallis School District in 2022 , several bouquets of flowers and a photo of her signing a gaming compact with the state of Oregon in 1993. Oregon Historical Society Executive Director Kerry Tymchuk was the master of ceremonies, commenting that “good things come in small packages,” referring to Harrison’s height. “She was a woman who was a living and breathing example that one person …

Culture Exhibit focuses on important work of Grand Ronde women 03.29.2012 Dean Rhodes Culture , History , Events A celebration of western Oregon Native women is coming up in April with follow-up exhibitions and demonstrations continuing into May at the Willamette Heritage Center at The Mill in Salem. The exhibit, "shawash-ili?i tuchmən - ntsayka ikanum: Grand Ronde Women - Our Story," runs Friday, April 6, through Monday, May 28. On Thursday, April 5, an invitation-only Tribal opening will …

Culture Walking On: Carl E. Lambert, Ann Etoile Ritchey, Wendell Keith Olson 03.30.2023 Walking On Carl E. Lambert July 17, 1928 – March 13, 2023 Tribal spouse Carl E. Lambert, a resident of Grand Ronde, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023, in the comfort of his home. He was born on July 17, 1928, in Salem, Ore., and was the son of David and Mable (Harold) Lambert. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force. During his 20-year career, he served in security police, earning numerous marksman …

in Dallas for improper use of 911 system and initiating a false report. Friday, Sept. 14 Citizen contact occurred in the 27000 block of Salmon River Highway. Suspicious activity reported in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. Welfare check performed in the 25000 block of Grand Ronde Road. Drug complaint received in the 9600 block of Tilixam Circle. Illegal camping reported in the area of Big Buck Campground. Traffic stop in the area of milepost 26 on Salmon River Highway. Male subject was arrested …

Tribal Government & News Tribal Council handling more executive session items 07.28.2022 Dean Rhodes Tribal Council Graphic by Samuel Briggs III By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor An issue in the 2022 Tribal Council election was mentioned by outgoing Tribal Council member Jack Giffen Jr. while he was making the first nomination on Sunday, June 26: Does the current Tribal Council hold too many executive sessions? “For the past few years, everybody’s platform has an element of transparency …